Top Victoria Falls Wildlife Watching

If you don’t have time to spend days on safari, this half-day game drive in Zambezi National Park is a great option. Join a small group and embark on a drive through the park aboard an open-air vehicle for better viewing. Your guide knows where wildlife hot spots are so you have a better chance of seeing elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, and more.

Prebook this Chobe National Park Full-Day Tour from Victoria Falls or Livingstone and guarantee your adventure inside the park known for its large elephant population. This tour provides two special experiences inside the park—a game drive to spot wildlife and a boat cruise to see different bird species. Lunch, tea, and coffee are included, along with hotel pickup for a convenient start.

Experience the beauty and wildlife of Zimbabwe when you book this safar to Zambezi National Park. Alongside a private guide, take game drives through both sides of the park—the river frontage and the Chamabondo Vlei—for greater chances of spotting wildlife. Some animals you may see include elephants, buffalos, hippos, lions, and leopards.

If you’re short on time but still want to take in stunning views of African wildlife like zebras, antelope, and elephants, you don’t have to go on a multiday safari. Instead, choose this Zambezi National Park Sunset Cruise from Victoria Falls. Cruise the Zambezi River between Zimbabwe and Zambia as you look for animals and enjoy snacks and soda or alcoholic beverages. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

See Victoria Falls from a different perspective on this Victoria Falls adventure canopy tour. Fly down a series of nine zipline cables overlooking the Victoria Falls bridge, Zambezi rapids, and even the spray of the falls, followed by adventures on a rope bridge and nature trails. This tour is led by safety guides who ensure your safety as well as a good time.

This tour combines three remarkable experiences inside Livingstone and Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park: a peaceful Zambezi River raft float, a wildlife-packed game drive, and a rare white rhino walking safari. Guests enjoy diverse sightings from both water and land, making it perfect for families, nature lovers, photographers, and adventure seekers. It offers meaningful wildlife encounters, insider knowledge from local guides, and a relaxed river experience with no major rapids, suitable for all ages. Tracking endangered white rhinos on foot with an armed ranger creates an unforgettable, conservation-focused highlight that truly sets this tour apart.

The Victoria Falls area is home to several hundred species of birds making it a great place for birdwatching. Embark on a birdwatching cruise with a small group along the Zambezi River for hours of wildlife viewing. Spot birds such as the rare African pitta and Narina Trogon while enjoying a light, continental breakfast onboard.

Experience a captivating encounter and get up close to the majestic elephants of Zimbabwe. Join a small group and expert elephant carers who teach you about the unique personalities, skills, and behaviors of the local herd. Discover their incredible super-mammal abilities, then watch these majestic creatures in action as they play, bathe, and roll in the mud at the waterhole. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Live out your *Lion King* dreams when you book this sunset cruise along the Zambezi River. After pickup from your accommodation in Livingstone or along the Zambia border, board your ship for a leisurely cruise paired with soft drinks, local beer, and light snacks. While you sail, keep your eyes peeled for wildlife including elephants, buffalo, hippos, zebras, and giraffes.

Get stunning, panoramic views over Zimbabwe’s most celebrated natural landmarks—without moving a muscle. Soar over Victoria Falls, Batoka Gorge, and the wildlife-filled National Park by helicopter, covering three world-class attractions in one unforgettable ride. Ideal for travelers short on time, you’ll cover all the top sights in under thirty minutes, with the chance to spot elephants, giraffes, hippos, and much more.

Experience the beauty and the excitement of one of Africa's most stunning destinations on this Zambezi River dinner cruise. Get an up close look at iconic Victoria Falls and enjoy Zambezi-style cuisine as you float along this popular river. Enjoy world-class service and meals prepared by an executive chef while you relax in Zambia's natural landscape.

Dine by twilight on this Zambezi River dinner cruise, which takes you down toward Victoria Falls for a good view before turning around and heading for the sunset. Enjoy a 4-course dinner with drinks as you watch the sun dip below the horizon and keep company with the intimate crew of people on board, setting this cruise apart from its larger competitors.

Get up close to Victoria Falls, the tallest waterfalls in the world. Prepare to get wet as you walk through the rain forest, stopping at several viewpoints to see the falls from many perspectives. Learn about the Zambezi River formation, the history of exploration and adventurers, and rituals that were performed at the site. Stop at the Big Tree for more incredible photos on the way back to your accommodation.

If you only have a short amount of time in Chobe National Park, exploring with a guided tour is the best way to go. This tour provides all of the transportation logistics to easily get you from your hotel, across the border, and onto a safari boat cruise and afternoon game drive so that you can see the animals you most want to see. Throughout the day, guides give you plenty of insight into local culture and wildlife and help you spot animals you might miss on your own.

See Victoria Falls in its best light on this  Zambezi River sunset cruise. Choose your level of luxury, from the standard tour with onboard hors d'oeuvres and drinks to the signature upper-deck experience—both come with the same amazing views of the sunset and quality service. Tour also includes pickup and drop-off from your Victoria Falls hotel.

Visit one of Africa's most popular parks on this Chobe day trip from Victoria Falls. Travel the rugged landscapes of the African countryside as you keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five. Chobe is known for its high concentration of elephants, so you're almost guaranteed to see these giant mammals roaming the park. Travel by both river and land, ensuring the best chance of seeing African wildlife.

Take both a boat safari and a game drive with this full day group tour in Chobe. You’ll keep costs down by booking a group tour, but still have plenty of opportunities to view animals. You’ll have ample time on both the boat and the 4x4 safari, plus round-trip transfers from your lodging in Victoria Falls, and an included lunch.

Take the hassle out of visiting the beauty and wildlife in Zambezi National Park on this small-group tour. Be conveniently picked up from Victoria Falls accommodations, so you won’t have to worry about finding your own transportation. Spot the region’s varied wildlife with help from your personal guide, making it easy to spot crocodiles, antelopes, zebras, and much more.

By the time you finish one of these encounters, the adventure you have experienced will be on par with the knowledge you have gained. Apart from having learned all the fascinating information about cheetahs and their special idiosyncrasies, you will also know how you and your future generations can assist in taking care of our planet and animal habitats.

Watch the sun slip below the horizon on a 2-hour cruise of the Zambezi river. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres on deck as Zimbabwe’s diverse animals flock to the water's edge. See flocks of birds as they swoop and glide across the sky, soak up the last rays of African sunshine and slow down to the gentle pace of life on the Zambezi. As you cruise on the upper Zambezi River, see the mist rising up from the magical Victoria Falls. The Zambezi River is the fourth-longest river in Africa, the longest east-flowing river in Africa and the largest flowing into the Indian Ocean from Africa. The 2,574-kilometre-long river (1,599 mi) arises in Zambia and flows through eastern Angola, along the north-eastern border of Namibia and the northern border of Botswana, then along the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe to Mozambique, where it crosses the country to empty into the Indian Ocean. The Zambezi's most noted feature is Victoria Falls.

What sets our safari walk apart is its immersive experience in Zambezi National Park. Unlike traditional game drives, this adventure allows guests to connect intimately with nature on foot, led by expert guides through diverse landscapes. With close encounters with wildlife, insightful tracking, and refreshments amidst nature's splendour, our safari walk offers a truly unforgettable journey. Plus, the provision of breakfast during morning walks and snacks and beverages during afternoon drives adds to the uniqueness, ensuring a delightful and fulfilling experience for every guest.

Soar above one of the world's most spectacular waterfalls on this helicopter flight over Victoria Falls. Fly up the Zambezi River and past the Batoka Gorge on your chosen 13- or 25-minute flight, which includes hotel pickup and guided narration.

Why Choose a Multi-Activity Tour? Because one view isn’t enough. A multi-activity tour is your all-access pass to the wild — not just a game drive, but a walking safari, a canoe glide, a cultural exchange, and maybe even a fireside cooking demo. It’s variety without chaos, adventure with rhythm. You’re not just seeing nature — you’re hearing it, walking through it, paddling across it. One moment you’re tracking elephants on foot, the next you’re drifting silently past a pod of hippos, then sharing a story with a local guide under the stars. Perfect for the curious, the restless, the “I want more than a backseat view” kind of traveller.